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Ruth’s appendix
In the recent exegesis on the book of Ruth, I omitted commentary on the final five verses. This was not because they are grounded in dereliction of duty, deception and prostitution, rather because they are generally acknowledged as a late … Continue reading
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Naomi and Ruth, a love story
Naomi, her husband and two sons are economic migrants. While in their adopted land, the sons marry native women. In time the three men die leaving the three women without means. Naomi and one of her daughters-in-law journey back to … Continue reading
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A Sea of Change, Exodus 14
A few weeks ago, as Easter was upon us, myriad movie channels dug out that chestnut “The Ten Commandments.” In my childhood it was a cinematographic wonder with Charlton Heston outperforming everyone and everything including a sea being ripped apart. … Continue reading
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Great expectations: the Advent of Christ
In Advent we read from the prophets of the peace and good things the time of the Messiah will bring. In this world that is always in some sense weary, the season gives us scope to look with hope. “He … Continue reading
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We have no sin (1 John 1:8)
I apologize for the sensationalism of the title and editing. Had I quoted the full verse, you may not have continued with this page, for having sin is not something this world wants to hear. St. John knows that, and … Continue reading
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“Do you love me?” -reflections on a gospel narrative
A few days ago the second lesson at Evening Prayer was from the 21st chapter of the Gospel according to St John. It is among my favourite passages of scripture. But I have a problem with the translations of it. … Continue reading
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Comments on Reality
It was recently told my writings would indicate I do not take the items of religion as realities. I was a tad taken back by that, but then I suppose one needs to define what one means by reality. I … Continue reading
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